Multiplying Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you multiply two fractions?

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To multiply two fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) x (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator. For example, 2 1/2 = (2*2 + 1)/2 = 5/2.

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What is the result of 2/3 x 4/5?

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8/15.

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What is the result of 6 x 2/6?

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2.

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How do you multiply a whole number by a fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the numerator of the fraction and keep the same denominator. For example, 3 x 1/4 = 3/4.

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What is the result of 2 3/4 x 12?

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33.

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What is the result of 34 1/2 x 2?

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69.

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What is the result of 12 5/6 x 2?

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25 1/3.